American Baler Co. Makes Key Appointments

American Baler Co., Bellevue, Ohio, has announced the promotion of several key executives and managers at the recycling equipment company.

David Kowaleski has been promoted to president/general manager. He will “focus on continuous improvements to product offerings, service and turnaround, and competitive pricing,” according to the company. New product development will also be a focus for Kowaleski.

Additionally, Roger Williams has been promoted to national sales manager. Key responsibilities in this role include supporting the company’s nationwide dealer network and their sales efforts, managing national accounts, and marketing the company’s full line of horizontal, vertical, wide mouth, single-ram and two-ram balers, focusing primarily on new models. Williams joined American Baler 14 years ago, serving most recently as Regional Sales Manager and Sales Application Engineer.

Also at American Baler, Daniel Schaeffer has been promoted to chief engineer, and will be responsible for managing the company’s engineering and production departments. He will also oversee design parameters of new equipment and associated components for American Baler’s full line of horizontal, vertical, wide-mouth, single-ram and two-ram balers. Schaeffer has 18 years experience in the industry including roles in mechanical drafting, special projects and product safety. He is also a certified fluid power hydraulics specialist.